Our next parent of the month is no other than @mammybanter! Comedian, author, actress, presenter and public speaker, Serena Terry known as @mammybanter has taken the TikTok world by storm thanks to her relatable and hilarious videos. She has been credited with creating laughs and lightness at a time when both are much needed. Her down to earth, ‘tell it like it is’ realness has made her one of the most prominent parenting TikTokers in Ireland and has led to a streamline success of live comedy shows. Read our interview below to find out more about why Serena decided to share her parenting reality on TikTok, and how she finds juggling parenting with her live comedy.

Q: What inspired you to start sharing your parenting journey on TikTok?
A: Lockdown and all the struggles that came with parenting through that time. I couldn’t see anyone else who was struggling on other social media platforms, TikTok was different, people were being real and honest.

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Q: Parenting comes with its fair share of challenges. What support have you found within the TikTok parenting community during more challenging times?
A: I’ve found that finding the funny in parenting challenges allows us to help each other and realise we’re not alone, and we’re not bad parents.

Q: What advice would you give to new parents who are interested in sharing their parenting journey on TikTok?
A: You can be honest and vulnerable. You don’t have to feature your children! I massively respect my children and would never feature them on my account. Instead I use filters and create characters. You can also use trends if you’re just looking to share advice or a parenting moment that others may relate to.


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Q: What's the most rewarding part about being a parent, and how does that influence your approach to creating content?
A: The hilarious things kids say and do, their innocent outlooks and honest opinions. It’s pure magic and children have a way of making us tear our hair out one minute to rolling around the floor laughing or being completely bowled over by their big hearts.

Q: What is your favourite TikTok you've made to date and why?
A: Kids trying to decipher what menopause means.

Q: What other parent creators are on your For You feed?
A: @maverickmother, @mommacusses and @clara_batten - all light funny videos that are honest and relatable.

Q: How do you manage parenting while also travelling around the country for your live shows?
A: Let’s just say I carry a large bucket around with me for the mum guilt. It’s hard, I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t but I just keep telling myself that everything I do is for them and their future, and it is!


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